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Andre -- I think Gene said it all. Great work!

Don -- Thank you for that bit of info.

 

I have much to learn before I purchase a Kodak Monitor. Pictures of this old folder put mighty tender feelings in my heart. Perhaps I'm just another sucker for a pretty face but I feel my latest life mission is to possess one of these 620 beauties. (That sounded a little odd even to my ears.)

Excellent work!

 

I am thinking of purchashing a Kodak Monitor. Just waiting for one for the right price... hehe

Great work Glenn!

 

It has been a great pleasure viewing photos from this unique project. I have thourghly enjoyed each and every one of them. (Now if you would just consider the province of Alberta to be the 51st state for the duration of this project... hehe)

Great work Gene! I still remember enjoying your first work with this bakelite beauty.

 

By the way, I think Paul is spot on in what he just said. I could not agree more.

Great work Todd! I'm certain you could make exceptional photographs with any camera. You have a great eye for making an interesting composition.

 

I have found the borders between a 'snapshot' and a 'serious photograph' to be almost non-existant. A photograph's importance will vary between viewers. (But I guess that's just me... hehe)

I wish we would all just ignore the negative postings above.

 

Sam -- Thank you for all your efforts in sharing your excellent work with the readers of the Classic Camera Forum. While some may not love your style, I thinks most readers found at least a little inspiration in your work. You remind my why I originally purchased all these cameras. You have taught me much about a different approach to photography. I look forward to your return and being able to enjoy more of your beautiful images. Thanks!

I was just doing a little thinking. Perhaps I should start a fundraiser for myself. Them monetary issues would no longer rule my photographic intersts. (hehehe)

I am glad to have found this topic. I suppose it is time to reveal my truly incredible story. This is sure to provide readers with at least a few sentences of entertainment (or maybe not).

 

It all began a couple years ago with the use of my mothers Canonet QL17. She never officially gave me this camera, but it is now on permanent leave within my camera bag. My real interest in classic (perhaps a better word would be "old") cameras only began a few months ago. I thought I ought to try my hand at medium format photography. In looking for information on a couple of low-end folding cameras, I stumbled upon this forum. Now I have added a Mamiya C33, an Agfa Ansco folder from the 30's, and a Kodak Reflex II to my collection. My next goal is to try development of black and white film ( I just hope I have enough talent to do it... hmm).

 

I wonder what is in the future for myself and analog photography as I soon enter the wise old age of sixteen?

I knew I used the wrong spelling for a reason. I wish I could retract my previous posting. Thanks for the positive spin, Craig!

Whoops, my spelling seems to be off. If only I had proof-read my posting. Silly me.

 

radient -- radiant

 

sun -- son

Andre -- Maybe I'm nuts but your work just seems to get better and better. Just look at the radient eyes in that last photo of your sun. In a word, incredible!

Andre -- Beautiful work!

 

Last Saturday I was up near Heritage Park (I only passed the park). I wanted to take a look at the Weasel Head Flats. It was actually my first visit to the flats. I think it is a shame that a piece of the to-be ring road is to fall through this wonderful natural area. Oh well, the price of progress in a growing city. At least I managed to get a few shots of the setting sun on my Canonet QL17.

I am in the same league with regards to development of black and white film. To date, I have shot little of it. Over the next couple months, I plan to try my hand at film development. I hear it is kind of like baking cookies. (I guess I ought to have my Grandmother do it for me... hehe.)

Andre -- Thanks for sharing more great work. I went up their gondala a couple years ago with my family. Even with the 40mm lens on my Canonet QL17, we were also able to get very close to the sheep. I guess they have become a little too familiar with humans on their mountain top environment.

Andre -- beautiful work! I love the simplicity to these portraits. Each photo covers an excellent tonal range. If you don't mind me being curious, did you develop this film yourself? Also, what method did you use to find such a perfect exposure?

 

I think this is some of your best work yet. I hope you keep 'em coming.

That sure is a beautiful locomotive. What great images of a classic F unit. Hehe... classic trains shot with classic cameras.

Beautiful images! I love the Snappy lens cap. That is just such an odd name to have on the front of a cap.

Excellent work! Hard to believe those were taken with an Ansco box camera. The images capture an incredibly nice range of tones.

Great work! I love the images of the vintage farm equipment.

Nice to see a view of some fireworks. In Calgary, there was little in terms of fireworks on July 1st, Canada day.

 

I usually find inspiration in your photo postings. In my opinion, the sharing of photographs is part of the joy found in this board. I too hope you keep them purty pictures coming.

In a word, yummy. Great work there!

Hehe... All sorts of tape sure are versatile products. With a good roll of tape one could likely repair anything. From duct tape to masking tape, there is always a use.

I just have one question pertaining to the application of that product. Did you apply to the interior or exterior of the bellows?

 

Thanks!

James -- Thank you for the tip.

 

I ought to look for that product. My Calumet has numerous pinhole light leaks in the corners. Originally I planned to use a mixture of white glue and lamp black to cover the holes. The product you mentioned sounds easier to manage.